Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN - PTA) - Moundville Outpatient

Restore Therapy Services; Alabama; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Restore Therapy Services seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN) for outpatient services in Moundville, AL. You will provide therapy under a Physical Therapist's supervision, apply a range of techniques, and engage in an interdisciplinary care plan.

Responsibilities include patient progress documentation, ensuring medical necessity of care, and proficient use of computer systems. New graduates welcomed for some locations; CPR and state licensure required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a physical therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must hold a valid and current license in the state employed.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodations.
• Familiarity with general use and functions of the computer; including starting programs, using files, apps, and navigating screens.
• Experience with Apple iPads and iPods a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in a SNF setting under the supervision of a Physical Therapist using various therapeutic techniques.
• Participate as an interdisciplinary team member to determine patient needs and plans of care.
• Accurately complete documentation of patient progress within designated time period.
• Document clearly to show medical necessity of patient care to justify plan of treatment.
• Demonstrate ability to utilize computer systems effectively and adhere to company policy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Graduate of PTA curriculum accredited by APTA

Tools

Apple iPad

Apple iPod

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN - PTA) - Moundville Outpatient

Provide therapy to patients in a SNF setting under the supervision of a Physical Therapistusinga variety of therapeutic techniques. Treat patients with respect, dignity, and privacy and motivate themto participate in therapy treatment, while adheringto the plan of treatment established by the Physical Therapist. Use creative therapy interventions specific to the patients’ interests and needs to obtainpositive patient outcomes and progress. Participate as an interdisciplinary team member to determine potential patient needs, plans of care, and functional maintenance programs. Accurately complete documentationof patient progresswithindesignated time period. Document clearly to show the medical necessity of the patient care to justify the plan of treatment. Demonstrate the ability to utilize the computer system effectively, adhering to company policy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a physical therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must hold a valid and current license in the state employed
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodations.
• Familiarity with general use and functions of the computer; including starting programs, using files, apps, and navigating screens. Use of internet, e-mail, and understanding confidentiality of user names and passwords. Experience with Apple iPads andiPods a plus.

****New graduates welcome for some locations.*****